Line of Sight in Hygiene – Methods for Visualizing Health Risks to Support Management in Risk Recognition

Supporting management in recognizing and addressing workplace health risks can be a complex challenge for industrial hygienists. Unlike safety incidents, which often produce immediate and visible outcomes, the health effects of occupational exposures may not become evident for months or even years. This delay can make it more difficult to convey the urgency of proactive health risk management.

Industrial hygienists play a critical role in bridging this gap—helping management understand how various workplace exposures can impact worker health both in the short and long term. Effective communication of these risks requires not only technical expertise but also the ability to clearly explain the nature of potential hazards, the consequences of inaction, and the tangible benefits of early intervention and prevention.

This webinar explores practical strategies and communication tools to help industrial hygienists more effectively engage with management, present complex health risk information with clarity, and influence decision-making that supports long-term worker well-being. Participants will gain insights and resources that can enhance their ability to advocate for a healthier, more informed workplace.

Objectives

Upon completion, participants will be able to:  

1. Describe the role of the industrial hygienist in supporting management, particularly in the identification, evaluation, and control of workplace health risks.
2. Utilize the Bradley Curve to determine where the organization is positioned within this framework of safety culture maturity.
3. Explore methods and tools to better support industrial hygienists in effectively communicating health risks and their potential impacts to management.

Lecturer

Dylan McLaughlin, CIH, ROH

Dylan McLaughlin is a Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) and Registered Occupational Hygienist (ROH). With a strong background spanning both industrial and consulting environments, he brings valuable expertise in smelting operations, applied chemistry, and occupational hygiene. As an Industrial Hygiene Consultant, Dylan leads the planning and execution of occupational hygiene projects, conducting workplace evaluations, developing sampling strategies, and performing comprehensive assessments of chemical, physical, and environmental hazards. His work includes interpreting exposure data, preparing technical reports, and providing evidence-based recommendations to enhance workplace health and safety. Dedicated to continuous professional development, he is currently pursuing the Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) certification to further strengthen his capabilities in integrated health and safety management.

Credit

This course contains 1 hours of instruction. 0.1 CEUs are offered for this course.

As an IACET Accredited Provider, Bowen Learning Network offers CEUs for its programs that qualify under the ANSI/IACET Standard.

Eligible for contact hours with the BGC, BCSP, IHMM, and other OEHS certifying agencies.

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Completion Requirements

To receive a Certificate of Completion for this course, participants are required to complete the following items:

1. Participate in the live webinar or review the on-demand webinar recording.
2. Score 70% or higher on the quiz.
3. Complete the webinar evaluation.

No certificate will be awarded to participants who do not meet the above completion requirements.

Computer Requirements

The Bowen Learning Network online virtual classrooms are powered by BigBlueButton. It fully supports the Windows, Mac OS X, and Chromebook platforms (see below for versions supported). Support is available for iOS (iPads) and Android Tablets. While smart phones can be used, the screens are too small to display all of the aspects of the Virtual Classroom.  For the best online learning experience, the use of a device with a larger screen is HIGHLY recommended. A physical keyboard is also recommended.

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